The Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) Commissioner General, John R. Musinguzi (pictured) has conveyed condolences to the family of the late Amori Jackson who lost his life in a tragic smuggling-related incident last year.
“I bring condolences from the organization that I lead, the Uganda Revenue Authority. We are deeply saddened and we regret the unfortunate demise of one of our comrade, the late Amori Jackson, who passed on last year,” said Musinguzi.
The CG relayed the condolences at Boma Grounds in Koboko Municipality on Monday during a ‘baraza’ that was attended by leaders including Members of Parliament, LC5 leadership, Resident District Commissioners, business leaders, and the community.
He emphasized that stopping smuggling should not result in any more deaths. “We agreed in a meeting that this should be the last time such a thing happens, and we can achieve this by cooperating.”
Musinguzi urged the community to always obey when stopped by the URA enforcement team and cease the habit of pelting stones at law enforcement officers to end the violence exhibited in the recent past.
“What causes the unfortunate shedding of blood is when you refuse to cooperate with law enforcement officers when they try to seize uncustomed goods. Don’t rally people to attack law enforcement officers. A life is lost, and nothing is as precious as life. Let’s condemn the acts together,” said Musinguzi.
Henry Musasizi, the State Minister for Finance-General Duties, stated that some tragic instances could have been prevented if they had been managed more effectively.
“We found out that it is true that some incidents that led to the deaths of our people could have been avoided if handled better, and the officers involved will be arraigned in court to face charges,” he said.
Later in the day, Musinguzi, accompanied by Minister Musasizi, visited and engaged the family of the late Amori.
